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Universe for Sale

Universe for Sale is reaching new platforms including Nintendo Switch, publisher Akupara Games and developer Tmesis Studio announced today. A release is planned for December 19, 2024.

Universe for Sale is a hand-drawn adventure game. It takes place on Jupiter’s dense clouds, where sapient orangutans work as dockhands and mysterious cultists strip bones for enlightenment.

Minecraft update 1.21.50 Garden Awakens

Minecraft is back with a big update via version 1.21.50. This is also  known as “The Garden Awakens”. 

The update is highlighted by the Garden Awakens, which brings along the Pale Garden Biome and the Creaking mob. A ton of fixes are also included.

The full rundown of the update is as follows:

Victory Heat Rally physical

Just days before its digital debut on Nintendo Switch, a physical release for Victory Heat Rally has been confirmed. Limited Run Games will be handling this one.

Only a standard version is planned at this time. However, fans can opt to purchase a bundle that includes the game’s official soundtrack.

Mark of the Deep release date

Mark of the Deep has a release date – kind of. We now have confirmation that the game is launching on Nintendo Switch in January, but specific timing will follow later.

Mark of the Deep, a pirate-themed Soulslike with Metroidvania elements, was previously announced in June. The game was originally slated for this year, so it’s been delayed – albeit just slightly.

Civilization 6 Firaxis Nintendo Switch

Firaxis Games executive producer Dennis Shirk has discussed the success of Civilization 6 on Nintendo Switch, which the team was surprised by.

Shirk said in an interview that the team “hadn’t expected Switch to be a huge thing.” And after seeing PC players wanting to have the game on the go, Firaxis wanted to ensure that with Civilization 7, players could transfer save data between platforms.

Nintendo released a new video today showcasing a few European digital game highlights from November 2024. Some of the highlighted titles include Mario & Luigi: Brothership, Stray, LEGO Horizon Adventures, and more.

Here’s the new video:

Super Spy Raccoon

Publisher Flynn’s Arcade and developer Slain Mascot are teaming up on Super Spy Raccoon for Nintendo Switch, it’s been announced. The game is slated for December 19, 2024.

Super Spy Raccoon is a a retro arcade throwback. Players hide, sneak, climb, and leap their way to victory.

Here’s some additional information:

The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending November 30, 2024 is now available.

No new releases keeps things relatively quiet. However, games like Super Mario Party Jamboree, Nintendo Switch Sports, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe are in the top ten. EA Sports FC 25 is the overall top seller.

Here’s the full UK software sales chart for the week ending November 30, 2024:

Nintendo Switch Online Wargroove 2 Game Trial

Wargroove 2 is the latest game getting the Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial treatment – at least in Europe.

If you have access to the service, you’ll be able to play the entire game for free. The offer will be available for a week – between December 5 and December 12. After that, those looking to buy the game will be able to use their save data in the full version.

Fantasian Neo Dimension trailer

Fantasian Neo Dimension isn’t too far away now, and Square Enix is already sending out the launch trailer. Mistwalker’s RPG is finally about to appear on consoles for the first time, including Nintendo Switch.

If you need a refresher on the game, read the following overview:


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